Question 1

________ is the dubious practice of registering a domain name and then trying to sell the name for big bucks to the person,company,or organization most likely to want it.

Accepted Answer

Cybersquatting refers to the practice of registering a domain name that is identical or similar to a well-known trademark or brand, with the intent of profiting from the goodwill associated with that mark or brand. The cybersquatter then tries to sell the domain name to the rightful owner or a third party for a significant profit.

Question 2

A hacker takes an individual's Social Security number,credit card number,and other personal information for the purpose of using the victim's credit rating to run up debts that are never repaid.This practice is called ________.

Accepted Answer

Identity theft is the specific act of stealing someone's personal information, such as a Social Security number and credit card number, with the intent to impersonate them and commit fraudulent activities or take advantage of their credit rating. Cyberstalking, cyberbullying, bot herding, and viral marketing are all different practices and do not involve the theft of personal information for fraudulent purposes.

Question 3

________ is the use of computer and networking technologies,by individuals and organized groups,against persons or property to intimidate or coerce governments,civilians,or any segment of society in order to attain political,religious,or ideological goals.

Accepted Answer

Cyberterrorism is the use of computer and networking technologies for achieving political, religious, or ideological goals by intimidating or coercing governments or civilians. Web vandalism, cyberwar, patriot hacking, or cyberbullying do not involve such motives of attaining political or religious goals.

Question 4

________ is the stealing of another person's Social Security number,credit card number,and other personal information for the purpose of using the victim's credit rating to borrow money,buy merchandise,and otherwise run up debts that are never repaid.

Accepted Answer

The definition given describes the act of identity theft, which involves stealing someone's personal information and using it for financial gain. Options A, B, C, and D refer to different types of cyber attacks and are not related to identity theft.

Question 5

________ broadly refers to the use of a computer to communicate obscene,vulgar,or threatening content that causes a reasonable person to endure distress.

Accepted Answer

Cyberharassment involves the use of electronic communication to harass or threaten an individual. It is a form of online bullying which can cause distress to the targeted person.

Question 6

________ refers to offering stolen proprietary software for free over the Internet.

Accepted Answer

Warez peddling refers to the act of offering stolen software for free over the Internet. This is an illegal activity and can lead to severe legal consequences for those involved.

Question 7

Arbitron consultants,a leading software consulting firm in the United States,decides to launch an ERP solution.The company chooses the brand name ArbitEnterprise for the new solution.However,when the company attempts to register the domain name,it finds that the domain name is already registered to an unknown firm.The small firm is now attempting to sell the domain name to Arbitron.Which of the following terms refers to this practice of buying a domain name only to sell it for big bucks?

Accepted Answer

Cybersquatting refers to the practice of registering, trafficking in, or using a domain name with bad faith intent to profit from the goodwill of a trademark belonging to someone else. The scenario described in the question falls under the definition of cybersquatting.

Question 8

A(n)________ typically consists of a distorted image displaying a combination of letters and/or numbers that a user has to input into a form before submitting it.

Accepted Answer

CAPTCHA stands for "Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart." It's a mechanism that helps to prevent automated spam or abuse by requiring the user to prove they are human by entering the characters displayed in the distorted image.

Question 9

Which of the following can typically be filed for a copyright?

Accepted Answer

Copyright can be filed for original works of authorship, such as music compositions. The Beatles' music compositions are original works of authorship and can be copyrighted. The other options are products or technologies that may be eligible for other forms of intellectual property protection, such as patents or trademarks.

Question 10

Which of the following is a message passed to a Web browser on a user's computer by a Web server?

Accepted Answer

A cookie is a small text file that a website sends to a user's web browser. It is used to store user-specific information, such as login credentials, preferences, and shopping cart items.

Question 11

________ is a more sophisticated fraudulent e-mail attack that targets a specific person or organization by personalizing the message in order to make the message appear as if it is from a trusted source such as an individual within the recipient's company,a government entity,or a well-known company.

Accepted Answer

Spear phishing is a type of phishing attack that is targeted towards specific individuals or organizations. The attacker will personalize the message in order to make it seem like it is from a trusted source, such as someone within the organization or a well-known company. This is a more sophisticated form of phishing and can be difficult to detect.

Question 12

Which of the following is the most accurate definition of a botnet?

Accepted Answer

A botnet is a network of infected computers that are controlled by hackers to perform malicious activities such as spreading malware, launching DDoS attacks, stealing personal information, and sending spam emails. The infected computers are called zombies or bots, and are usually connected to the Internet without the knowledge or consent of their owners. The botnet is controlled by a Command and Control (C&C) server, which sends instructions to the bots to execute specific tasks. Botnets are often used for criminal activities such as cyber extortion, identity theft, and espionage.

Question 13

Which of the following can typically be filed for a patent?

Accepted Answer

Material inventions, such as machines or processes, are typically eligible for patent protection. Software may also be eligible for protection under certain circumstances, but music, literature, and art would be more appropriate for copyright protection.

Question 14

________ are false messages often circulated online about new viruses,earthquakes,kids in trouble,cancer causes,or any other topic of public interest.

Accepted Answer

Internet hoaxes are false and misleading messages spread through the internet, typically through social media or email. They may contain sensational or alarming information about viruses, disasters, or other events, and are often designed to deceive or manipulate the reader.

Question 15

Independent citizens or supporters of a country that perpetrate attacks on perceived or real enemies are called ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Independent citizens or supporters of a country...

Question 16

________ is an attempt to trick financial account and credit card holders into giving away their authentication information,usually by sending spam messages to literally millions of e-mail accounts.

Accepted Answer

This is a classic description of phishing, where cybercriminals send out fraudulent emails or text messages with a goal of tricking people into divulging sensitive information such as login passwords, Social Security numbers, or credit card numbers. The attackers might pose as a trustworthy organization, such as a bank or retailer, and often create a sense of urgency or fear to prompt people to act quickly without thinking.

Question 17

Cyber criminals gain information on a victim by monitoring online activities,accessing databases,and so on and make false accusations that damage the reputation of the victim on blogs,Web sites,chat rooms,or e-commerce sites.Such acts are called ________.

Accepted Answer

The given scenario describes the act of cyberstalking, which involves online harassment or defamation of a person through false accusations or threats. Bot herding refers to the use of a network of infected devices controlled by a hacker, whereas spam filtering involves blocking unwanted emails. Viral marketing is a legitimate marketing technique to promote a product or service, and spear phishing involves targeted phishing attacks to steal sensitive information.

Question 18

Robert receives an e-mail which says he has won an online lottery worth $50 billion.Robert had his doubts as he did not remember entering or buying any lottery ticket.It was a spam e-mail intended to obtain the bank account details and the credit card number of Robert.Which of the following is evident here?

Accepted Answer

The situation described is a classic case of phishing, where scammers pose as trusted entities in order to trick individuals into giving them personal information, such as bank account details and credit card numbers. The intention is to use this information for fraudulent purposes, such as stealing money or identity theft.

Question 19

When using Yahoo Messenger,you get an unsolicited advertisement from a company.This advertisement contains a link to connect to the merchant's Web site.Which of the following is the best way of classifying this advertisement?

Accepted Answer

This advertisement can be classified as "spim", which is unsolicited advertising sent through instant messaging platforms like Yahoo Messenger.

Question 20

________ refers to an organized attempt by a country's military to disrupt or destroy the information and communication systems of another country.

Accepted Answer

Cyberwar refers to an organized attempt by a country's military to disrupt or destroy the information and communication systems of another country. It involves the use of hacking and other cyberattacks to damage or take down critical infrastructure, such as power grids, communication networks, and financial systems.

Quiz 10: Securing Information Systems